64 results about "Barcode reader" patented technology

A method of recognizing a barcode by using a barcode reader (BCR) camera installed in a conveyor environment includes: obtaining, by using a BCR camera, a barcode image of a barcode on an object on a conveyor; obtaining a field of view of the BCR camera based on a conveyor environmental condition and a BCR camera setting condition; obtaining a moving distance of the object on the conveyor by using the field of view of the BCR camera, the conveyor environmental condition, and the BCR camera setting condition; generating a blur kernel of the barcode based on a moving direction of the object and the moving distance of the object; and deblurring the barcode image by using a pre-trained deblurring algorithm based on the blur kernel.

This disclosure discusses techniques for marking a dental appliance. Tooth models and dental appliances are positioned on a transfer tray that is transported to a scanning station. The tooth model and the transfer tray each include an identification code. The scanning station includes a camera and a barcode reader to read the identification codes on the tooth model and the transfer tray, and these codes are associated with each other. The transfer tray is then moved to a marking station where a barcode reader reads the code on the transfer tray and then marks the dental appliance with an appropriate mark.

Funding system, wherein the conveyor system has mobile units arranged one behind the other along a travel route, where a barcode is arranged at the bottom of the conveyor system, wherein a first barcode reader and a second barcode reader are attached to the underside of a first handset, wherein the conveyor system has a rotary table in the travel path, by which the orientation of the first mobile unit can be changed by a rotation angle, so that the first mobile unit moves along the travel path either in a first orientation or in a second orientation, wherein the barcode, when the first handset with the first orientation moves past, enters the sensitive area of ​​the first barcode reader and is thus detectable and / or is detected, and the barcode is spaced away from the sensitive area of ​​the second barcode reader, wherein the barcode, when the first handset with the second orientation moves past, enters the sensitive area of ​​the second barcode reader and is thus detectable and / or is detected, and the barcode is spaced away from the sensitive area of ​​the first barcode reader.

Configurations for a system, method, and device for reducing / eliminating erroneous barcode readings are disclosed. Reducing the erroneous barcode reads includes assessing the quality of insertion of a biologic sample card into a barcode reader. The quality of insertion of the biologic sample card may be determined by comparing the sensed barcode of the inserted biologic sample card to a previously scanned barcode stored in a historical data set of barcodes. The sensed barcode may not match any previously scanned barcode and alert a user to reinsert the biologic sample card to verify the sensed barcode from the previous insertion. Additionally, if the insertion quality is determined to be unsatisfactory, the user may be alerted to reinsert the biologic sample card.

To provide an image modulation method for determining image processing parameters for processing additional images efficiently in a barcode reader.SOLUTION: A method includes: obtaining a first image including an image area enclosing a barcode; selecting an image filter having a filter parameter; and iteratively processing the first image until a quality score satisfies an image modulation condition. A set of filters and associated filter parameters are determined for processing additional barcode images based on the image filter and the filter parameter corresponding to the quality score that satisfies the image modulation condition. During each iterative cycle, the image area is processed by the image filter having the filter parameter to generate a plurality of grayscale values, determine the quality score that measures the quality of two grayscale clusters grouping the grayscale values of the image area, and adjust the filter parameter of the image filter when the quality score does not satisfy the image modulation condition.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 7

This invention provides a barcode reader assembly device, comprising: a calibration plate, a gripping assembly, a driving assembly, a mounting frame, and a tray. The mounting frame is used to load the barcode reader, and the calibration plate, the gripping assembly, and the barcode reader are arranged sequentially along the x-direction. The driving assembly is connected to the gripping assembly and is used to drive the gripping assembly to move in the x, y, and z directions, wherein the x-direction is perpendicular to the y and z directions. The tray is located on the side of the gripping assembly facing the barcode reader, and the tray provides at least one loading station for loading a lens. The gripping assembly is used to grip one lens and move it between the loading station and the barcode reader. This invention can improve the efficiency of barcode reader testing.

A transfer device comprising an automatic opening unit of a box cover, the transfer device includes: a barcode reader for reading a barcode attached to a box accommodating a bobbin and having a cover; a conveyor unit for placing the box; a centering unit; a fork unit for chucking the cover of the box; a traveling drive unit; and a control unit. The control unit controls Z-axis centering of the fork unit in conjunction with the barcode reader and the distance sensor, X-axis centering of the fork unit in conjunction with the box detection sensor, and Z-axis elevation and Y-axis movement of the fork unit, respectively, to automatically control opening of the cover.

Systems and methods for adjusting an illumination intensity of a data capture device having an illumination assembly and an imaging assembly are disclosed. An example method includes detecting a lighting level of an environment and operating a lighting assembly in a first mode for a first time period, in a second mode for a second time period, and in a third mode for a third time period. The method further comprises: (i) in the first mode, providing a first illumination having a first intensity, (ii) in the second mode, storing energy in the energy storage element, and (iii) in the third mode, providing a third illumination at a third intensity higher than the first intensity. The controller controls the lighting assembly based on the lighting level to configure the lighting assembly for use in a first mode, a second mode, or a third mode.

Systems and methods related to a ticket vending machine are described herein. An example ticket vending machine includes a digital touch screen designed to output a user interface, the user interface designed to support at least one of an audio control, a tactile control, or combinations thereof, and a barcode reader. The ticket vending machine may also include a ticket dispenser including at least one of a smart card dispenser, a paper ticket printer, a receipt printer, or combinations thereof. The ticket vending machine may further include a fare validation system including a credit card terminal and a currency validation system, wherein the currency validation system includes a coin validation device, a currency hopper, and a bank note recycler. A housing is designed to house the digital touch screen, the barcode reader, the ticket dispenser, and the fare validation system for the ticket vending machine.

The disclosure includes a scanning system and related method for operating a document validation assist mode, such as for detecting counterfeit currency or other documents using a data reader such as a barcode reader. The data reader includes a camera, a visible illumination source, a non-visible illumination source, and a camera configured to capture a first image under a first illumination condition using the at least one visible light source, a second image under a second illumination condition using the at least one non-visible light source during a document validation assist mode. The electronic display is operably coupled to the data reader to receive the images from the data reader during the document validation assist mode. The electronic display is configured to display the first and second images in an alternating fashion at a frequency slower than a minimum flicker fusion frequency for human vision.

A code reader may include a light source configured to illuminate a target area in which items are to be located for reading machine-readable indicia associated with the items, an image sensor configured to capture an image of the target area, an illumination drive circuit in electrical communication with the light source, and an image capture circuit. The image capture circuit may be configured to (i) enable and disable the image sensor to capture an image of the target area during the high illumination and a portion(s) of the low illumination of the target area, and (ii) read an image captured by the image sensor. The illumination drive signals may cause the illumination drive circuit to generate a high illumination drive signal to cause the light source to produce a high illumination, and generate a low illumination drive current to cause said light source to produce a low illumination.

A bioptic barcode reader has a housing having a lower housing portion with an upper surface and an upper housing portion extending above the lower housing portion. A generally horizontal window is positioned at the upper surface, a generally upright window is positioned in the upper housing portion, and an imaging assembly having a primary field-of-view and a set of optical components are positioned within the interior region. The housing has a width greater than or equal to 5 inches and less than or equal to 7 inches, the lower housing portion has a height greater than or equal to 3 inches, the upper housing portion has a height greater than or equal to 4 inches and less than or equal to 6 inches, and the upper surface has a length greater than or equal to 6 inches and less than or equal to 8 inches.

This utility model belongs to the field of cigarette box scanning equipment, specifically a scanning device for cigarette box entry and exit, comprising: a base, on which a conveyor belt is installed; a bracket is fixedly installed on one side of the base; a threaded rod is rotatably connected inside the bracket, and an adjusting frame is threadedly connected to the threaded rod; and a mounting base, which is fixedly connected to the adjusting frame, with a support column fixedly connected to the bottom of the mounting base, and a barcode reader integrally fixedly installed at the bottom end of the support column. This utility model, through its designed light shield, push ring, and connecting rod, can unfold the light shield when the external light source is too strong, achieving light blocking and reducing the impact of strong external light on the barcode reader's scanning success rate. Furthermore, when the barcode reader's own light source is insufficient, the light shield can be retracted to provide appropriate supplemental lighting for the barcode reader. Additionally, through the designed threaded rod, motor, and adjusting frame, the distance between the barcode reader and the cigarette box can be adjusted according to actual conditions, facilitating improved scanning success rate.

Systems and methods for identifying specific GS1 Digital Link barcodes using non-Internet-connected barcode readers. The system includes a server running a device management application and a barcode reader with a local processor and memory. The barcode reader stores payload of interest from the server and scans GS1 Digital Link barcodes to decode their payload. If a decoded payload matches a stored payload, the barcode reader generates a first response; mismatches generate a second response. Configuration can be done via data transmission or a configuration barcode. The system enables precise barcode identification without real-time Internet access, thus supporting applications in reminder management and inventory control.

To provide an information reading system capable of easily introducing article management using an RFID tag.SOLUTION: The information reading system 1 includes an RFID reader 3 that reads first information (tag ID) recorded in an RFID tag 6 attached to a book 10 as an example of an article, a barcode reader 7 that reads second information (ISBN) added to the book 10 in a readable manner, and a control device 4 that records the tag ID read by the RFID reader 3 and the ISBN read by the barcode reader 7 in association with each other.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 1

In this commodity selling system, when replenishing commodities, a locker number for replenishment is designated on a display operation unit 11 of a locker device 10 (S1). In addition, a QR code (registered trademark) attached to a commodity is read by a code reader 12 (S2). Commodity information such as the commodity name and a price is coded into the QR code (registered trademark). When the designated locker is replenished with a commodity (S3), information (hereinafter referred to as "commodity storage information") that includes the commodity information and the locker number is reported to a vending machine 20 (S4). The vending machine 20 updates a menu screen by using the received commodity storage information (S5).

To provide a bar code hiding tape that is stuck on a bar code to make it impossible to read the bar code with an optical and image processing type bar code reader, while having visibility that allows the contents of information other than the bar code underneath to be grasped. [Solution] The tape comprises a transparent substrate, an adhesive layer, and a printed layer between these layers, the printed layer comprising a first printed layer and a second printed layer, the second printed layer being positioned on the barcode attachment side of the first printed layer, the first printed layer comprising a pattern print consisting of printed areas containing black pigment and non-printed areas, the second printed layer comprising printed areas containing glossy pigment and having an optical density (OD) of 0.15 to 2.0 or comprising a half-deposited film, and when the barcode concealing tape is attached, the barcode information cannot be read by optical and image processing barcode readers, while the information underneath is still visible through the printed layer.

Self-luminous barcode readers 102A, 102B, 102C, 102D, 102E, 102F are provided in an arrangement such that irradiating light emitted from the barcode readers 102A, 102B, 102C, 102D, 102E, 102F entirely covers a surface provided with a barcode 107 and optical axes 104A, 104B, 104C, 104D, 104E, 104F of the irradiating light are inclined horizontally at an angle greater than 0° in absolute value and vertically at an angle greater than 0° in absolute value from normal vectors 105A, 105B, 105C of a test surface of a test sample 101 provided with the barcode 107. This arrangement provides a test sample reading device and a test sample reading method with which the success rate of barcode reading can be raised compared to the past.

Techniques for improving accuracy of output of an imaging system for detecting an object between a light source and a reflector are provided. The techniques include timing a sampling of a measurement of an intensity of a reflection of a light beam based on an expected processing delay associated with the imaging system circuitry. Particularly, the sampling may be timed to occur when the expected reflection intensity is at or near its greatest magnitude, so as to improve a signal-to-noise (SNR) ratio between the expected reflection and other light manipulation (noise) introduced by an environment surrounding the imaging system. An imaging system incorporating techniques herein may be implemented, for example, in a bioptic barcode reader in a retail environment to improve object detection and weight measurement accuracy by the bioptic barcode reader.

1. Name of the product in this design: Body of a barcode reader. 2. Intended use of this design: Overall use: barcode reader, such as scanning and reading QR codes; Partial use: the main body of a barcode reader. 3. The key design feature of this product is its shape. 4. The image or photograph that best illustrates the key design points: Design 1 3D view. 5. Design 1 is designated as the basic design. 6. Other situations requiring explanation: The part shown by the dashed line does not constitute part of the design for which protection is sought; the dotted line indicates the boundary line for which protection is not sought.

To efficiently prevent mismatching between commodities stored in a plurality of storage parts of an automatic vending machine and a menu screen for selecting the commodities.SOLUTION: When articles are replenished, a display operation part 11 of a locker device 10 designates a locker number to be replenished (S1). Then, the QR Code (R) attached to the commodity is read by the code reader 12 (S2). In the QR code (registered trademark), product information such as a product name and a price is coded. When merchandise is replenished in a designated locker (S3), information including merchandise information and a locker number (hereinafter referred to as "merchandise storage information") is notified to a ticket vending machine 20 (S4). The ticket vending machine 20 updates a menu screen by using the received commodity storage information (S5). For example, "B-lunch fried chicken, 550 yen" which is the commodity information of the replenished commodity is displayed.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 1

A table game system is provided capable of identifying shuffled playing cards used at the time of the occurrence of a problem in a card shoe apparatus, thereby enabling an investigation of the cause thereof or the taking of countermeasures therefor. A card shoe apparatus of the table game system of the present invention includes a barcode reader that reads a barcode provided in a shuffled playing card set, thereby reading a shuffled card ID that uniquely identifies the shuffled playing card set. A sensor for detecting the opening / closing of the lid is provided under the lid to detect the opening / closing of the lid, thereby detecting replacement of the shuffled playing card set. A control unit further includes a function of storing security items in connection with a shuffled card ID.

This utility model belongs to the technical field of cigarette box rejection and installation for export, and discloses a cigarette box verification and rejection device for a cigarette packing machine. The device is installed on a belt conveyor and includes a pair of parallel guide baffles fixed to the conveyor frame. A limiting channel for a single cigarette box is formed between the two guide baffles. The feeding ends of the two guide baffles are equipped with a differential feeding mechanism. A barcode reader for identifying cigarette boxes within the limiting channel is mounted on one guide baffle via a mounting frame. The discharge end of one guide baffle is equipped with a nozzle perpendicular to the conveying direction, and the other guide baffle is equipped with a rejection outlet corresponding to the nozzle position. This utility model uses a differential feeding mechanism to evenly separate the cigarette boxes, facilitating subsequent barcode verification and rejection. Furthermore, the use of a nozzle for rejection ensures no contact damage to the cigarette boxes and offers high work efficiency.

This invention discloses a multifunctional screen edge-wrapping machine, relating to the field of screen production technology. It includes a feeding assembly, a labeling assembly, a screw-locking assembly, an adhesive edge-wrapping assembly, a unloading assembly, and a conveying component, sequentially arranged on the machine base. The feeding assembly receives the screen and transfers it to the labeling assembly. The labeling assembly is used to affix labels to the screen and includes a PCB-end barcode reader, a label flipping assembly, a first-screen CCD component, a label assembly, and a labeling arm. The PCB-end barcode reader reads the barcode on the screen. The label flipping assembly attracts the screen and flips it so that the back of the screen faces upwards. The first-screen CCD component is located above the label flipping assembly. This invention can automatically perform labeling, screw-locking, and adhesive edge-wrapping operations on the screen sequentially, completing the edge-wrapping process. This saves on the number of operators required, reduces labor costs, and improves production efficiency.

A lottery ticket vending machine configured to determine if its ticket bursters are improperly separating the lottery tickets received from the ticket drawers of the ticket drawer columns, and to make one or more adjustments and / or alert an operator if its ticket bursters are improperly separating the lottery tickets. In various embodiments, each of the tickets bursters includes a suitable barcode reader configured to sense at least one barcode of each lottery ticket received in such ticket burster. In various embodiments, the lottery ticket vending machine includes one or more controllers configured to receive barcode positional data from the barcode reader and make such determinations regarding any adjustments and / or alerts, and to cause any such adjustments and / or alerts.

This application discloses a fixed support and a tobacco packaging production line, relating to the field of auxiliary devices for tobacco production. The fixed support includes a support arm, a cantilever, a first joint, a second joint, and a fixing member. The first joint connects the support arm and the cantilever, and is rotatably connected to the support arm so that it rotates in a plane perpendicular to the support arm. The cantilever is hinged to the first joint, allowing it to swing about the first joint as a fulcrum. The second joint connects the cantilever and the fixing member, and is rotatably connected to the cantilever so that it rotates in a plane perpendicular to the cantilever. The fixing member is hinged to the second joint, allowing it to swing about the second joint as a fulcrum. The fixed support provided by this application enables flexible movement of the barcode reader with multiple degrees of freedom, facilitating precise adjustment of the reader's spatial position and angle.